Job ID

79636

Job Title

SESSIONAL FACULTY Mechanical Engineering 4T03 Finite Element Anaylsis (Winter 2027)

Regular/Temporary

Temporary

Location

Central Campus

Open Date

2026/11/09

Job Type

Limited Term (<12 months)

Close Date

2026/11/22

Employee Group

CUPE Sessional Faculty

Favorite Job

Department

Mechanical Engineering

Full/Part Time

Part-Time

Job Code

001095

Existing Vacancy

Yes - Newly Created Position

Contract Duration

3.6 Months

Target Number of Openings

1

Hours per Week

15

Posting Details The Department of Mechanical Engineering invites applications for the following teaching position to be offered in the 2026-2027 academic year (Winter 2027 Term).

Date of Posting: November 9 2026

Department Contact : Michelle McKnight, Academic Department Manager ([email protected])

Course Name(s)/Number(s) : ME 4T03 Finite Element Analysis C01

Term: Winter 2027 (Jan 4-April 22, 2027)

Number of Section(s) Available : 1

Number of Units per Section: 3.0

Location (on/off campus) : Central Campus

Projected Enrollment: 40

Projected TA Support: 130 hours

Wage Rate* $9,718.70

Course Time and Duration:

Lecture

C01- Tuesdays 7:00-10:00pm;

Tutorials

T01- Mondays 8:30-9:20am

T02- Mondays 9:30-10:20am

Course Description/Relevant Employment Duties

Theory of the finite element method, element derivation, solution procedures. Applications to static and dynamic mechanical systems using a finite element package.

This course is designed to provide a fundamental understanding of the theory and application of finite element methods for mechanical systems. Upon completion of the course, the student will be knowledgeable in the capabilities and limitations of the finite element method, and will gain proficiency in the use commercial finite element package ANSYS.

Course topics include

Direct Stiffness Method

- Discrete Spring Systems as Finite Elements
- Plane Truss Elements (coordinate transformation)
- Assembly, Boundary Conditions and Solution of Equations

Continuous Systems

- Principle of Minimum Potential Energy
- Approximation with Piece-wise Functions (shape functions)
- Method of Weighted Residuals for Approximating Continuous Systems

Two Dimensional Elasticity Elements

- Basic Theory of Elasticity
- Constant Strain Triangle Element
- Bilinear Quadrilateral and Higher Order Elements

Beam Elements

- Beam elements
- Plane Frame Elements

Practical Considerations

- Symmetry
- Mesh Sensitivity
- Troubleshooting

Solid Mechanics Applications

- Agile Problems

Required Qualifications Graduate Degree in Mechanical Engineering. Applicant must demonstrate a thorough understanding of the course topics described above.





Must have significant experience and proficency using ANSYS

Preferred Qualifications

Prior teaching experience at a Post Secondary Institute is considered an asset.

McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and, within the land protected by the “Dish With One Spoon” wampum agreement. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity. The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence.

The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. While all qualified candidates are invited to apply, we particularly welcome applications from women, persons with disabilities, First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples, members of visible minorities, and LGBTQ+ persons.

*Supplemented Fees- 15.02(a) The employee may be eligible to receive supplemented fees in accordance with Schedule C of the Collective Agreement. The actual rate of pay when in excess of the base rate of pay is deemed to include any supplemented fees owing, to the extent of the excess amount. If the actual rate of pay is less than the sum of the base rate of pay and the supplemented fees owing, then the employee shall receive the difference.

How To Apply

Application Procedure: Apply online to JO# 78912

Please submit the following via Mosaic :

- A cover letter stating your intent to apply for the position (including your address, phone number, and email address) and emphasizing your experience with the material to be taught.

A resume listing your academic qualifications and relevant employment experience. Information necessary to determine your current and aggregate seniority (as defined by Article 20 of the Unit 2 Collective Agreement). www.cupe3906.org/unit-2-seniority-information/

Names and contact information of two references. Applicants will not be required to submit reference letters as part of their application.





Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact the Human Resources Services Centre at (phone hidden) ext. 222-HR (22247)

Employment Equity Statement

McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and within the lands protected by the “Dish With One Spoon” wampum agreement.

The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity.

The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives, and especially welcomes applications from indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) peoples, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.

As part of McMaster’s commitment, all applicants are invited to complete a confidential Applicant Diversity Survey through the online application submission process. The Survey questionnaire requests voluntary self-identification in relation to equity-seeking groups that have historically faced and continue to face barriers in employment. Please refer to the Applicant Diversity Survey - Statement of Collection for additional information.

Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact:

- Human Resources Service Centre at (phone hidden) ext. 222-HR (22247), or
- Faculty of Health Sciences HR Office at ext. 22207, or
- School of Graduate Studies at ext. 23679

to communicate accommodation needs.

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